Aging: The Shocking Truth to Why We Are Aging Faster
Aging is Inevitable.
Premature aging doesn’t have to be. We begin aging the moment we are born. No matter how many treatments or creams we apply, aging is a process we can’t avoid. Have you ever wondered why some people age fast and others seem to defy time? Today, we are diving into the three key reasons why we age, science-backed tools that actually work, and how you can take control – inside and out – to slow down the clock and feel great no matter your age. Let’s dig in!
Reason #1 – The Natural Aging Process
Aging is a natural process for all species. The National Institute of Medicine defines aging, “Aging can be defined as the time-related deterioration of the physiological functions necessary for survival and fertility. The characteristics of aging—as distinguished from diseases of aging (such as cancer and heart disease)—affect all the individuals of a species.”
The natural aging process, known as intrinsic aging, typically starts between the ages of 25-30 collagen production decreases. You may not see changes right away, but by your late 30s, fine lines and skin laxity become noticeable. In fact, collagen decreases by 1% every year. Think of collagen as the foundation of your house. What happens if you try to remodel a house with a cracked foundation and don’t fix the base? It all eventually crumbles.
This is exactly what happens with our skin! You can use all the anti-aging products in the world, but without strengthening your collagen, your skin’s foundation weakens.
How To Strengthen Collagen
You can build collagen in two ways: topical products and professional face treatments.
Topical Treatments
🔹Use active ingredients to strengthen collagen, such as retinol, bakuchiol, or peptides.
🔹Be cautious when starting retinol. It can cause micropeeling, redness, and dryness if started too quickly. Plus, retinol increases sun sensitivity! Always wear an SPF or wait until the fall or winter to begin.
🔹Bakuchiol is a gentle retinol alternative without the harsh side effects
🔹Peptides are amino acids, the building blocks for our cells that strengthen our cellular structure and combat aging.
Advanced Facial Treatments
Microcurrent is a “gym workout” for your face. Microcurrent tones muscles and boosts collagen for tighter, smoother skin.
Microneedling creates microchannels to stimulate collagen production and enhance ingredient absorption. Add exosomes to supercharge the process. Exosomes stimulate fibroblast cells and promote deep skin rejuvenation.
Combining the right topical skincare products with professional face treatments can dramatically improve your skin’s resilience and youthful glow.
Reason #2 – Your Lifestyle Is Aging You
Your skin is a mirror of your internal health. When we lead an unhealthy lifestyle, our skin pays the price. This type of aging is called Extrinsic Aging, and it’s accelerating rapidly in modern society.
When I became an esthetician, 22 years ago, most women didn’t show visible signs of aging until their 40s. Today? Many see wrinkles in their late 20s. Why? Because of poor diets, chronic stress, and lifestyle habits that create inflammation in the body. What’s speeding up your aging?
- Smoking
- Alcohol consumption
- Processed foods
- Stress
- Medications
- Sugar
- Dehydration
- Low protein diets – like the vegan diet – lack essential amino acids.
When we fuel our bodies with low-quality, inflammatory foods, our skin responds with breakouts, dullness, and premature aging.
How to Slow Down Aging?
Start with your diet. Eliminate foods such as processed foods, sugar, gluten, and alcohol.
Instead, add fatty red meat to your diet, preferrably 100% grass-fed/grass-finished beef for clean protein and essential nutrients. Conventional beef is often packed with antibiotics and inflammatory compounds due to grain feeding.
Over the years, I have researched and tried a variety of foods and diets that work for my body. I now follow a Carnivore diet, focused on nutrient-dense, fatty red meat. When your body switches to burn fat for fuel, it runs more efficiently, and hunger cravings decrease.
Pro Tip: Listen to your body. If a meal leaves you feeling bloated, gassy, or tired, it’s a red flag. If you feel energized and satisfied, you’re on the right track. Avoid trendy diets and choose a sustainable lifestyle that supports your well-being long-term.
Reason #3 – Topical Aging From Product Misuse
Many people panic and rush to the store – or MedSpa – when signs of aging appear. But overdoing skincare, facial procedures, or injections accelerates aging.
If you’re choosing products based on what influencers or friends sell (without understanding your skin’s needs), you can be doing more harm than good. Most over-the-counter products strip the skin of water and oil, putting it into repair mode. This also accelerates the aging process.
Why Should You Think Twice About Botox?
Here’s an analogy: When your 90-year-old grandma falls and breaks a hip and stays bedridden, her muscles weaken from lack of use. Now apply that to your facial muscles.
Botox temporarily paralyzes your muscles, preventing natural movement. Over time, this weakens your muscle structure, requiring more frequent treatments to maintain the same look. Ironically, it can speed up the aging process, not slow it down. Click here to read our previous blog about Botox
Fillers, while giving a temporary plump appearance, often stretch the skin. As they dissolve, they may leave unevenness or puffiness – especially in areas they don’t fully dissolve.
Instead of injecting toxins or artificial volume, focus on supporting your skin naturally with nourishment, hydration, and treatments that stimulate real skin regeneration.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re ready to slow down the aging process and invest in long-term skin health, now is the perfect time to take action. Book your first appointment today through our website and let us guide you toward radiant, resilient skin from the inside out. Got questions? Drop them in the comments – we’re happy to help!
